Gerson says city teamwork encourages her to continue

Sweet Home is moving forward, and Diane Gerson wants to continue to be part of that.

Gerson, 82, is one of seven candidates seeking four positions on the City Council in the Nov. 6 general election. Also running are Larry Angland, Greg Korn and Cortney Nash along with incumbents Susan Coleman, Bob Briana and Mayor Greg Mahler.

Ballots were mailed Friday, and ballots are due by 8 p.m. on Nov. 6 at drop sites, including City Hall and the Sweet Home Police Department.

Gerson is a retired public school administrator from California. She also was a kindergarten and reading teacher. She has li...